This summer our district and school websites are receiving a major facelift. Our first priority for the website redesign project is to ensure families, students, staff, and community can easily find critical district and school resources.

We have made it through our first three days of the Universal Breakfast launch. AmeriCorp (United Way of King County), Nutrition Services and Dr. Stump debriefed on Friday. As a team, we're identifying ways that will result in all students eating breakfast prior to start of the school day. When going through the line, we're asking students if they have eaten breakfast and give a high-5 to those who have already eaten at home. We encourage others to go through the line, and fuel-up for the day.

On Wednesday, August 24, from 5 pm until 11 pm, Coastal Kitchen is hosting our first Dine Out of the 2016-2017 school year.

This is an opportunity for Lowell to partner with the community to raise money for our school. A portion of the proceeds from the evening will be donated to Lowell. Come any time between 5 pm and 11 pm to enjoy some amazing food and support our school.

As per the latest information, enrollment projections and budget information will be provided to schools on Tuesday, February 28th. As a District, we continue to watch the actions of Washington State Legislators on educational funding. For now, schools will be planning two budgets: one planned around budget cuts, and one that outlines plans for restoration of dollars from the State. Once the information is released, it will be shared with the BLT, staff, and community. This is OUR budget. Staff vote on the budget, needing a 2/3 majority for passage. Our budget will reflect our priorities and vision for Lowell Elementary.